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PODCAST

Talking D&T

Dr Alison Hardy

Talking D&T is a podcast about design and technology education. Join me, Dr Alison Hardy, as I share news, views, ideas and opinions about D&T. I also talk about D&T with teachers, researchers and academics from the D&T community.The views on this podcast are my own and of those I am interviewing and are not connected to my institution. Much of the content is work in progress. As well as talking about D&T, I use it to explore new ideas and thoughts related to D&T education

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6:19

🔒 Thinking Out Loud: How Teachers Can Model Design...

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2025/03/06

Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I explore the crucial distinction between using design strategies as pedagogy and explicitly teaching these strategies as curriculum content. Drawing from my recent research on blurred boundaries between pedagogy and curriculum intent, I consider how teachers can make their modelling more explicit to develop students' metacognitive awareness. I examine how D&T teachers often implicitly model design strategies –...

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16:29

Values in Design and Technology: More Than Just...

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2025/03/02

Send me a message. In this episode of Talking D&T, I explore the complex role of values in design and technology education. Drawing on research from influential scholars like David Layton, Mike Martin and Rhoda Trimingham, I unpack how values aren't merely peripheral to D&T but are, as Layton puts it, "the engine of design and technology." I examine two key perspectives: values within design (how values influence design decisions) and values developed through design and technology (ho...

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17:01

Mapping D&T Knowledge: Beyond Conceptual and Procedural

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2025/02/25

Send me a message. In this episode, I delve deeper into the forms of knowledge that underpin design and technology education. Building on McCormick's conceptual and procedural knowledge framework, I propose a more nuanced approach that considers design knowledge and technological knowledge as existing on a spectrum. I explore how these knowledge types can be visualised as intersecting axes, creating four quadrants that help teachers plan their curriculum more effectively. This framework isn'...

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31:37

Knowledge in D&T: More Than Just Skills and Facts

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2025/02/11

Send me a message. In this episode, I explore what research tells us about knowledge in Design & Technology education. Understanding the nature of knowledge in D&T is crucial for effective teaching and curriculum planning, so I examine both procedural and conceptual knowledge, exploring how they connect and what this means for our practice. Following our previous discussion on D&T capability, I analyse the relationship between these knowledge types, drawing from Bob McCormick's 19...

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8:38

🔒 Planning for Progression: Understanding D&T Capability

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2025/02/06

Subscriber-only episode Send me a message. In this episode, I delve deeper into the concept of D&T capability, building on my previous discussion of Kimbell and Stables' work. I explore how different researchers and practitioners have approached this fundamental construct in design and technology education, particularly focusing on its development through carefully planned teaching and learning. Drawing on works by Doherty, Huxtable and Murray, as well as Gibson, I examine how D&T ca...

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10:26

What is D&T Capability? Back to Basics

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2025/02/05

Send me a message. In this episode, I delve into the fundamental purpose of the design and technology curriculum, focusing on the concept of D&T capability. Drawing from seminal research by Richard Kimball and Kay Stables, I explore how this capability encompasses creative and critical thinking, problem-solving, and solution creation within authentic contexts. I unpack how D&T capability isn't something that simply emerges through teaching knowledge and practical skills – it requires ...

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9:07

Bridging Schools and Universities: Reshaping D&T's...

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2025/01/28

Send me a message.In this episode, I'm sharing some exciting developments in design and technology education, starting with insights from a recent policy event I led at Nottingham Trent University. The day brought together D&T teachers and university lecturers in design education to envision the future of our subject, using an innovative co-navigator approach from Denmark.I discuss the growing collaboration between schools and universities in design education, highlighted by lightning tal...

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16:16

Behind the Mic: The Story of Talking D&T 2024

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2024/12/10

Send me a message.In this reflective end-of-year episode, I take stock of Talking D&T's journey through 2024 and share plans for the future. With 52 episodes published this year - including 27 interviews spanning two major series, PATT40 and Shaping D&T - it's been my most prolific year yet, reaching listeners through nearly 8,000 downloads.I reflect on how the podcast has evolved from its origins as a way to make design and technology research more accessible to teachers, into a plat...

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34:26

Beyond Words: Teaching Technical Skills Through...

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2024/12/03

Send me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I chat with Simone Norman, a D&T teacher at Sutton High School in South London who also leads on equality, diversity and inclusion. Our conversation examines a fascinating paper from the PAT40 conference about conversation analysis and variation theory in technical education, which particularly resonated with Simone's teaching experience.We explore how teachers plan and deliver technical demonstrations, examining the intricate interpla...

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18:50

Shaping D&T: Reflections on Evolution vs Revolution

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2024/11/26

Send me a message.In this reflective episode of Talking D&T, I explore the key themes and insights that emerged from my 26-part series on shaping design and technology education. Drawing from my conversations with educators, researchers, and industry experts throughout 2024, I examine the ongoing debate between evolution versus revolution in D&T education.One fascinating thread running through many of my discussions was the crucial role of teacher voice in curriculum development. From...

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46:03

Subject Integrity: When Art & Design Meets Design &...

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2024/11/05

Send me a message.In this episode, I'm joined by Michele Gregson, General Secretary and Chief Executive of the National Society for Education in Art and Design (NSEAD). With over 30 years of experience across education, Michele brings valuable insights into the relationship between art & design and design & technology education.We explore the complex interplay between these two subjects, discussing both the common ground and distinctive characteristics that make each unique. Our conve...

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10:00

🔒 From Tinkering to Teaching: Electronics in D&T

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2024/10/31

Subscriber-only episodeSend me a message.In this episode of the Talking D&T podcast, I reflect on the evolution of teaching electronics and systems in design and technology education. I share my experiences from when I started teaching in 1993, highlighting the changes and challenges we’ve faced over the years.One of the main topics I discuss is the importance of maintaining technical rigour while making electronics accessible to students. I explore how the reduction in subject-specific t...

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18:15

Shaping D&T: Evolution, Not Revolution

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2024/10/29

Send me a message.In this episode of the Talking D&T podcast, I describe the recent curriculum and assessment review panel meeting I attended in Cambridgeshire. I explore the ongoing call for evidence and its implications for design and technology education.One key insight from the meeting was the emphasis on evolution, not revolution, in curriculum changes. This approach considers the financial constraints and the current strain on the teaching workforce. Another significant point was th...

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39:35

From Circuits to Creativity: Reimagining D&T Resources

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2024/10/21

Send me a message.In this episode, I chat with Kevin Spurr and Becky Forshaw from Kitronik, a company supplying D&T resources to schools. Kevin, a co-founder with 20 years of experience, and Becky, a former primary teacher, offer unique perspectives on the evolving landscape of D&T education.We explore how Kitronik develops products and resources balancing engagement, affordability, and curriculum relevance. Kevin shares insights into their manufacturing process and adapting to changi...

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30:17

Curriculum Review Call to Action: Your Voice in...

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2024/10/09

Send me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I break down the curriculum and assessment review for England. As a researcher in design and technology education, I highlight key sections relevant to D&T teachers and stakeholders.I walk you through the review's nine sections, focusing on areas like social justice, curriculum content, and assessment. You'll learn how to approach your response and understand the importance of providing specific examples.We explore D&T's place in t...

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38:38

Cultivating Creativity: Biomimicry in the D&T Classroom

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2024/09/30

Send me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I'm delighted to chat with Venessa Lourdes Silveira, a PhD student in Educational Theory and Practice with a fascinating background in design and technology education. We dive into Venessa's action research project on promoting creativity in secondary D&T classrooms through biomimicry.Our conversation explores how nature-inspired design methods can spark student engagement and innovative thinking. Venessa shares insights from her colla...

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10:23

🔒 Designing Spaces: The Invisible Pedagogy of D&T...

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2024/09/26

Subscriber-only episodeSend me a message.How can the design and layout of a D&T classroom shape students' creativity and comfort in the space?In this episode of Talking D&T, I continue the discussion from my recent chat with Alice Hellard and Derek Jones about design studio pedagogy. Their ideas got me thinking about the important role of physical space in design and technology education.I consider how the D&T classroom can either welcome or intimidate students, especially as they...

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55:26

Talking Design Studio Pedagogy with Alice Hellard and...

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2024/09/23

Send me a message.In this episode of Talking D&T, I chat with Alice Hellard, Programme Lead for Design and Technology PGCE at Goldsmiths University, and Derek Jones, senior lecturer in sustainable design at the Open University. We talk about design studios and their potential impact on D&T education.Our conversation explores how studio practices can shape learning experiences, from primary classrooms to higher education. Alice shares insights from her teaching background, while Derek ...

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9:50

🔒 Rethinking the non-examined assessment (NEA): Time...

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2024/09/18

Subscriber-only episodeSend me a message.In this thought-provoking episode of Talking D&T, I dive into the controversial topic of assessment in design and technology education, particularly focusing on the Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) at GCSE level in England. Drawing from my recent conversation with Louise and ongoing discussions in the field, I challenge the status quo and present what some might consider a radical view: that the current NEA structure may be wasting precious teaching t...

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34:49

Shaping the Future of Design and Technology...

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2024/09/16

Send me a message.Curious about how exam boards shape design and technology education? In this episode of Talking D&T, I sit down with Louise Attwood, Subject Support Lead for D&T at AQA. With eight years at the exam board and a background in teaching, Louise offers unique insights into the world of D&T qualifications.We explore the intricate process of curriculum development and assessment, uncovering how AQA works with the Department for Education, Ofqual, and teachers to shape ...

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